SOUTHEND Airport has launched a new recruitment drive, with several roles now up for grabs.

The airport’s owner, Esken, is advertising a number of jobs on its website as it looks to move forward again following the coronavirus pandemic.

The aviation industry has recently been boosted by the relaxation of travel and testing restrictions and is hopeful of staging a recovery after a difficult few years.

Southend Airport is on somewhat of a high following the news easyJet will be returning this summer and offering regular flights to Mallorca and Malaga.

And with a busy summer ahead, bosses announced earlier this week they were searching for new staff.

They said on Facebook: “London Southend Airport is an exciting, fast paced employer.

“If you want to be part of a team committed to delivering excellent customer service, then we want to meet you!

Permanent, full time and part time careers are available across a range of roles including Air Traffic Control, Surface Access, Security, Finance, Executive Jet Centre and Technical Services.”

What jobs are on offer?

The jobs at Southend Airport listed on the Esken website – and the annual salaries on offer - are as follows:

Accounts assistant - £20,000

Air Traffic Controller - £25,000 - £60,000

Customer Service Assistant, Surface Access - £18,533

Customer Service Assistant, Surface Access (part-time) - £9,266

Electrical Facilities Technician – £35,000

Executive Jet Business Development Manager – Salary not available

HVAC Facilities Technician – £35,000

ID Verification and Compliance Administrator – £21,500

Security Officer – £18,860 - £19,709

Security Officer (part-time) – £9,430 - £9,855

Team Leader (Security) – £19,998 - £21,460

All jobs listed are permanent, and closing dates for applications vary.

For more information, visit southendairport.com/about/careers